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This untitled poem by an anonymous individual was originally left with five posters on campus within the first few weeks of the tragic events on April 16, 2007.

Photo of Army Captain Brande Reeves in her Apache Helicopter, sent to Virginia Tech by her mother in rememberance of April 16th. On her second tour of Iraq, Captain Reeves flew the flag of her alma mater in honor of the victims. She wrote: “As we…

An untitled poem and handmade card sent by the Christiansburg Primary School.

A Colorado State student observes a memorial poster for Virginia Tech in front of the Student Center

Picture of Colorado State students leaving messages of condolence for VT. "Colorado State students leave condolence messages. "

Two photos of the completed posters left by Colorado State students. "Two posters with condolence messages written by students at Colorado State University, with prompts encouraging students to consider how far-reaching a tragic event like April 16th…

Song written by E. E. Darling and arranged by Tom Merriman in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.

Sheet music (cello part) for the song “Shine Through Our Tears” written by E. E. Darling and arranged by Tom Merriman in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.

Sheet music (viola part) for the song “Shine Through Our Tears” written by E. E. Darling and arranged by Tom Merriman in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.

Sheet music (violin I and II parts) for the song “Shine Through Our Tears” written by E. E. Darling and arranged by Tom Merriman in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.

Sheet music (SATB with piano) for the song “Shine Through Our Tears” written by E. E. Darling and arranged by Tom Merriman in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.

Sheet music (SATB with string quartet) for the song “Shine Through Our Tears” written by E. E. Darling and arranged by Tom Merriman in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.

Two photos, one inside the funeral home and another of the exterior.
"Edward C. Tomaszewski Funeral Home in Philadelphia provided a condolence book to be sent to Virginia Tech. Inside the home, there was a memorial for the victims and a sign that…

"Forever in Peace" poem is copyrighted 2007 to Jill Eisnaugle's Poetry Collection and was received from the Art Institute of Pittsburgh.

Quilt made by Erin Roll and Jeanne Roll; donated to the Cook Counseling Center shortly after the events of April 16, 2007.

Memorial quilt made by 21 members of the Fairfax Quilters Unlimited consisting of 32 blocks size of quilt 101” x 101". This quilt was previously on display on the 3rd floor of the Squires Student Center.

Special thanks to the 21 members of the…

Students at Fairview Magnet School form a massive “VT” and ribbon. They even brought a Hokie Bird! Proceeds from the sale of this photo to parents were donated to the Hokie Spirit Memorial Fund.

One handcrafted prayer flag with decorated squares sewn
together

Boucher shakes hands with Al Gore in committee

Boucher and his wife visit the New York Mercantile Exchange and ring the opening bell

Boucher on a trip to Asia, posing with a group

Boucher on a trip to Asia

A portrait of the members of the Energy and Environment committee

Song written and performed by Nicolle Freni in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.

Live, unplugged, version of a song written and performed by Nicolle Freni in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.

High school students from Galax, VA, honor the VT community by displaying this memorial poster at their 2007 prom, reminding us that it's important to make space for remembrance in moments of joy.

A typed poem by H.K. Grave titled "Thirty-Two."

Song written and performed by Lewis R. Hauser and Robert W. Grimm in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.

Lyrics for the song "Dream Flying" written by Lewis R. Hauser and Robert W. Grimm in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.

Letter of condolence from Lewis R. Hauser and Robert W. Grimm to Virginia Tech Office of Recovery and Support.

Song written and performed by the Herbstritt Family in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.

Song written and performed by John Hughes in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.

Song written by Alison I. Meyers and performed by Illusions of ME in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.

Lyrics for the song "Pray for the Children" written by Alison I. Meyers and performed by Illusions of ME in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.

Employees at the International House of Pancakes (IHOP) wore orange ribbons and shirts that read “Today, We Are All Hokies,” as a tribute to those affected on April 16th.

Untitled Poem by Jamie H., written in a card with illustration on front and a quotation from Thomas Campbell on the inside.

Song written and performed by Frank Jordan in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.

Lyrics for the song "The Children of April" written by Frank Jordan in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.

A photograph taken from an overview view of people creating a commemorative display at VT's Northern Virginia Center.

Front Row (left to right): Sandra Stiner Lowe, Jacob A. Lutz III - Rector, Charles W. Steger - President, John R. Lawson II - Vice Rector, Michele L. Duke. Middle Row (left to right): Gregory Sagstetter - Undergraduate Student Representative, James…

One oversized kite of Compassion with a letter from Theological School Korean Caucus. Previously on display in Squires Multicultural Center.

Song written and performed by KUN-TAJUS in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.

Song written and performed by Jerome N. Margolis in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.

Liner from the CD "The Passing of Young Dreamers", by Jerome N. Margolis, created in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.

Tribute video from Mater Dei High School created in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.

Song written and performed by Chad Patterson as Messenger in response to the April 16, 2007 shootings at Virginia Tech.

A display of memorial roses arranged by Middlesex Community College, Massachusetts.

A student at Middlesex Community College manned a booth offering information about April 16th, memorial resources, and a place to send messages of sympathy.

Richmond City buses displayed the message “We Care Hokies,” shortly following the events in 2007. Picture sent from Old Dominion Adult Home.